Bryan Adams

Perhaps it was the beginnings of a friendship with drummer Jim Vallance in 1977, an unstoppable and enduring song writing partnership, which sealed his future success as a Rock Star. It just might have been his work with Live-aid and Amnesty International's "Conspiracy of Hope" tour. Then again, his stardom quite possibly could be chalked up to Adams' original show-stopping blend of edgy rock and chart topping melodic pop hits, which sealed his fate of stardom! Whatever the cause, ever since bursting onto the charts in 1980, few singers have remained as hip and happening on the global music scene as Bryan Adams.

"To the fans, and people of Canada, I want to tell you, you can realize your dreams in this country, I’m living proof." - Bryan Adams

His instantly recognizable sound - an infectious blend of do-or-die rock 'n' roll and perfect pop melodies - has propelled the Kingston, Ontario-born singer to produce 12 albums, over two dozen hit singles and record sales of over 70 million copies world-wide. Beginning with his first major hit "Straight from the Heart" in 1983 and including collaborated works with the likes of Tina Turner, Sting, Rod Stewart and Sporty Spice, Melanie Chisholm.

Bryan Adams has also written many songs for feature films and which he has received five Golden Globe and three Academy Award nominations from 1992 to 2007.

In 2008 Adams internationally released his eleventh album which he appropriately titled "11". The album debuted at number on in Canada (making it his fist album to reach that position since "Waking Up the Neighbours" in 1991) and in 2010, Adams recorded and released his twelfth album, a live and acoustic compellation of his greatest hits title "Bare Bones".

What you may not know about Bryan Adams is that his charitable works are perhaps what cemented his career during the 1980's. He took part in the July 1985 Live-Aid concert, the Northern Lights "Tears Are Not Enough" for the Ethiopian Famine relief effort, Amnesty International.s tour, the Prince's Trust Charity, the London Freedom Fest, which in 1988 paid tribute to Nelson Mandela and "the Wall in Berlin", the 1990 production by Roger Waters.

A tireless humanitarian, the award-winning Adams has lent his voice to numerous national and international causes, most notably, breast cancer. Made in Canada, a gorgeous book of photographs of Canadian women by Adams, is his most recent endeavour for this cause. One hundred percent of the book's royalties will benefit the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

April 22nd, 2011 marked another number one hit for Adams; although this time it was in his personal life. Adams and Alicia Grimaldi, girlfriend and co-founder of his foundation, welcomed their daughter, Mirabella Bunny, into the world.

Not missing a melodic beat, there's much more to look out for in Bryan Adams musical horizon. He announced on January 31st, 2012 that he will be scheduling a 20-date concert tour across Canada between April and June, followed up by a new studio album which is expected to be released late this year.

A true Canadian through and through, Adams is "deeply honoured" to be inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame and we're deeply honoured to have him woven into our Canada's Walk of Fame family.

Interesting Facts

Born in Canada of English parents, the young Adams grew up in a variety of countries as the son of a diplomat mostly in Europe and the Middle East.

Most of Adams's philanthropic activity is dedicated to his foundation "The Bryan Adams Foundation", which aims to advance education and learning opportunities for children and young people worldwide, believing that an education is the best gift that a child can be given.

Adams has had his photographs published in British Vogue, L'uomo Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Esquire, Interview magazine and i-D, among others.

On July 2, 2009, Bryan Adams was one of the four musicians who were pictured on the second series of the Canadian Recording Artist Series to be issued be Canada Post stamps. The total estimated number of Bryan Adams stamps that were printed and distributed was a whopping one and a half million.

Bryan Adams was one of several well known Canadian musicians to visit Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper at his official residence for an informal “jam session”.

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I am immensely proud of this country, I’m so proud of being Canadian. This is such a dream come true and hopefully I’ll say it many more times in my lifetime but right now in this moment, right here, I feel like I have finally made it.

Ryan Reynolds

2014 Inductee

From my family, and from this city, and this country I learned three very important things: looking at the world with a sense of humour, high standards in whatever you attempt in life, and above all, that you’re only as good as your word.

Lorne Michaels

2003 Inductee

We’re very blessed in Canada and we’re very privileged to have our own constellation of stars, ones that we can touch and reach and it’s a very unique opportunity to thank my country and my fellow Canadians for this wonderful recognition.

Dr Roberta Bondar

2011 Inductee

It’s being Canadian that’s what inspired me to always give back and find a way to give back. And I wish Canadians could feel what I felt traveling this globe with the maple leaf on my back representing our country in such an obvious way.

Clara Hughes

2010 Inductee

There is no way for me to articulate the joy and pride that I get from being a Canadian. This place that I come from has been nurturing, it has been kind, and the people here have a genuine interest in all aspects of life and everything it has to offer. And it shows in our society and it shows in our hearts.

Kiefer Sutherland

2005 Inductee

Canada is a place where dreams are limitless, inspiration is infinite, it’s in the air we breathe, and also in our hearts. The first nation’s culture and roots woven into our national DNA make us friends to each other. Friends to the earth and friends to the world.

Nelly Furtado

2010 Inductee

The Walk of Fame has given me and everybody in this country a reason to be inspired by celebrating so many amazing Canadians. And with that I think it also creates a really strong sense of pride about being Canadian.